Malden Community Resources by Wong, Justin,PT

Sources

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https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/maldencitymassachusetts
https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/MA
https://worldpopulationreview.com/us-cities/malden-ma-population
https://datausa.io/profile/geo/malden-ma/

2015 Wellbeing of Malden Reports

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An excellent report on the social determinants of health specifically examining Malden as a whole.

Foreign-born Residents

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40.3% of Malden residents are foreign-born which is 1st as having the highest proportions of foreign-born residents in the Greater Boston Area.

Gateway City

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It is considered a "Gateway City", being a target destination for immigrants and refugees particularly in the year 2000 onwards.

"Diverse-City"

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Malden ranked as the 8th most diverse place in Mass in 2025

As of 2024, the top 3 demographic groups:

White (Non-Hispanic) - 42.36%

Asian - 28.61%

Black - 13.13%

The Basics

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Malden is a city north of Boston that is 5.1 square miles with around 65,000 residents.

ESL Classes At Malden Public Library

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English Language Programs

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Free classes offered year-round deigned for immigrants and refugees.

Bunker Hill Community College

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As an official partner with Malden Public School, BHCC has a satellite in Malden High School. High school students and adults can enroll in accessible, affordable courses.

Conversational English Class

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The City of Malden offers free Conversational English classes for Malden residents, available online, in-person, or hybrid formats with flexible scheduling.

Findhelp

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Findhelp.com provides a list of available English as a Second Language (ESL) resources in Malden, MA.

Mango Language

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Mango Language is accessible through Malden Public Library, offers free language learning resources, including English courses for speakers of 15 different languages. Users can access lessons anytime via their smartphone or computer.

Places of Worship

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Malden Senior Center

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The Malden Senior Community Center offers daily programming for adults 60 and over from educational classes to exercise classes to movies

Chinese Culture connection

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The Chinese Culture Connection is an organization dedicated to promoting intercultural understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture through educational programs, arts, and community events. It offers language classes, cultural workshops, performances, and youth programs aimed at building bridges between communities.

Malden Teen Enrichment Center

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The Malden Teen Enrichment Center offers various activities, programs, and events to support teens in Malden, MA. It provides a welcoming space for socializing, learning, and personal growth. The center also organizes trips, educational programs, and social events to help teens build skills and community connections.

Refugee Immigration Ministry

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An interfaith, community-based organization serving asylum seekers, asylees, and refugees, helping them integrate into communities through various support programs.

Location: 6 Pleasant Street, Suite 612, Malden, MA

Malden is Moving!

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Has resources to encourage physical activity and healthy eating. Of note are the public pathways and trails.

Crunch Fitness

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Crunch is a newer fitness center in Malden, close to the border of Everett. It features higher-intensity equipment and areas dedicated to more dynamic workouts.

There are different commitment levels and pricing options:

Enrollment Fee: $75

Monthly Fee (No Commitment): $26

Monthly Fee (With 12-Month Commitment): $9.99

Annual Fee: $69.99

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Flash fitness is at the border of Medford. It features cardio, strength, functional training and recovery equipment.

Enrollment Fee: $40

Monthly Fee (No Commitment): $39

Monthly Fee (With 12-Month Commitment): $25

Annual Fee: $59.99

Planet Fitness

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Planet Fitness markets itself as a "Judgement-Free Zone" where weight-dropping is discouraged, and there is no equipment for powerlifting. From Monday to Thursday, it is open until midnight, while on Fridays and weekends, it closes a bit earlier.

Cheapest option:

Startup Fee - $49

Monthly Dues - $15

Annual Fee - $49

Mystic Valley (Malden) YMCA

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Family-oriented facility with regular group classes, seasonal youth programming, a swimming pool, and open gym sports such as basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Enjoy free child care for 2 hours while you exercise! (Available from 4pm to 8pm)

Monthly Fee: Depends on age (Youth=$10, Seniors=$30, Adults=$41)

Annual Fee: Requires inquiry

Financial Assistance is available!

Meals for Kids

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Free meal finder for kids and teens, even in the summer when school is out.

Local Food Pantries

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Freedom Hill Community Church

web: https://freedomhillcommunitychurch.org/food-pantry/

Food Pantry: Tuesdays 6:30 - 8pm

Emmanuel Baptist Church

20 Hillside Ave.

phone: 781-322-5885

Food Pantry: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10-11:30am

Maplewood Baptist Church

729 Salem St.

phone: 781-322-2636

Food Pantry Thursdays, 9:30 – 11:30am

North Shore Assembly of God Church

77 Kennedy Drive

phone: 781-321-2121

web: www.northshoreag.org

Food Pantry Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00pm -1 visit per month

Philadelphie SDA Church

575 Main Street

phone: 781-397-9143

Every 1st Sunday of month, 10am - 12noon

& 9am - 10pm Every 2nd Wednesday Meals - Wednesdays, 12noon - 2pm

Salvation Army

213 Main Street phone: 781-324-1970 Food Pantry: Mon – Thursday, 9am- 12noon and 1-3pm - 1 visit per month

Farmer Dave's

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Located in northern Massachusetts, Farmer Dave's offers a Community Support Agriculture (CSA) which is the modern day model of a crop share. A CSA can help reduce the barrier of planning and shopping for healthy vegetables. One pickup location is in Malden near the CHA. Home delivery available also and they accept EBT/SNAP.

Malden YMCA Food Market

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Through a partnership with the Greater Boston Food Bank and local volunteers, patrons can pick-up groceries for free. There is no need for ID, proof of residence, or registration in an effort to maximize access.

Bread of Life

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A faith-based volunteer organization that offers free evening meals (see hours), a food pantry, and grocery-deliveries

Malden Community Garden

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106 garden plots that are available for rent to the residents of Malden on a first-come, first-serve basis. Adopt for $30/year. Email Garden Coordinator, Julie Mangan at JMangan@CityofMalden.org.

Malden Community Fridges

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Transportation

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Although Malden is fairly accessible via car, public transportation, and walking, this directory allows for additional options for people with special needs.

Elder transportation service

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Safe, reliable, and affordable transportation services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Get to medical appointments, shopping, social activities, and more with ease. Available for aged 60+ and eligible adults with disabilities.

Rental Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT)

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The RAFT program helps keep households in stable housing situations when facing eviction, loss of utilities, and other housing emergencies. RAFT provides qualifying households with maximum benefit limit of $7,000 per household in a 12-month period. RAFT can cover utilities, moving costs, and overdue rent, as well as forward rent in limited situations.

Action for Boston Community Development

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ABCD Housing and Homelessness Prevention services in Mystic Valley (Malden, Medford and Everett) include a range of programs that can provide immediate relief, as well as referrals and resources if you’re homeless or are at risk of homelessness.

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The Malden Housing Authority provides affordable housing options and rental assistance programs for eligible individuals and families. They also offer resources for low-income residents to access safe and secure housing in Malden, MA.

Housing Families

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Housing Families, provides services to support housing stability for families and individuals across 27 communities in the Greater Boston area. Their programs include temporary and permanent housing, food assistance, counseling, legal services, and youth programs.

Housing Navigators MA

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Self-directed database of income-restricted rentals from all over the state. Shows listings whenever there is reliable, actionable information. Property owners verify their listings to take things one step further—everywhere you see the “Verified” sign—ensuring that renters find details they can trust.

Mass Housing

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MassHousing is an independent, quasi-public agency created in 1966 and charged with providing financing for affordable housing in Massachusetts. The Agency raises capital by selling bonds and lends the proceeds to low- and moderate-income homebuyers and homeowners, and to developers who build or preserve affordable and/or mixed-income rental housing. MassHousing does not use taxpayer dollars to sustain its operations, although it administers some publicly funded programs on behalf of the Commonwealth. Since its inception, MassHousing has provided more than $27 billion for affordable housing.

DTA Malden Transitional Assistance Office

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DTA’s local office lobby is open for services, including new self-service options. You can use our phones, copiers, or kiosks to apply for benefits or manage your case. DTA staff and interpreters are available to assist you.

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Malden Overcoming Addiction

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Substance Abuse

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Support Groups/Mental Health Therapists

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Psychology Today has one of the most widely used databases to connect people to various counselors and therapists. Wait-times do tend to be long but this resources gives choices in contrast to the typical referral program that can be a barrier.

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Helps locate resources and services for a wide variety of behavioral and social needs from mental health services to legal assistance.

The Bridge Recovery Center

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Website isn't updated much. They are significantly more active on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaldenRecovery/

24/7 Helpline

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Boston-based organization that can provide help for people in crisis

Mental Health

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Mental health issues have increased in Malden at rates greater than the rest of Massachusetts. Survey results reveal growing concern in the youth population.

Employment in the Government

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Internal job board managed by the City of Malden

Employment in Education

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Public job board for employment opportunities in Malden Public Schools

Public Library Job Help

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In addition to having resources to support a job search such as resume building and interviewing.

YWCA Financial Education and Advancement

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For women specifically, offering financial education, credit counseling and micro-enterprise planning.

Poverty and Income Facts

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Malden is estimated to have a 13.3% poverty rate which is higher than the national average of 9.98% and Massachusett's average of 11.1%. This has been consistent through the past 2 decades.

In addition, the median household earnings in Malden were around $95,298 in 2025 compared to the Massachusetts average of $101,341.